In-Work NZ Limited (inwork) is a leading provider of contracted employment services to the Ministry of Social Development (Work and Income). Our company engages with clients to prepare and connect with employment along with support to maintain their role.
Love helping others into work? Great at finding the right fit? If you're a natural connector and job hunter, we want to hear from you! We are seeking highly motivated and organised Placement Specialists to join both our Hutt Valley and Porirua teams.
We are looking for a full time Employment Consultant at In-Work NZ in our Hamilton Office. As an Employment Consultant you will be part of delivering coaching/mentoring, training and creating opportunities for people by supporting them into employment and/or education.
We're open to hearing about your employment history and the strengths/skills that you can bring to our team and environment, whether your specialty is in recruitment, youth/community development, career development, relationship management and networking, training and development, or other transferable experience and expertise.
About you:
Career development skills and the confidence to enthusiastically facilitate both group and individualised training modules
Coaching/mentoring competence, with the ability to build rapport, develop trust, and motivate individuals toward their goals
Proven relationship management experience with the ability to connect to businesses, education/training providers, and community organisations
An understanding of the practical and psychosocial support required to transition people into the workforce
Previous recruitment experience and employer links is highly desirable as well as a good understanding of the local labour market
Highly self-motivated, proactive, and the ability to take ownership of one’s role and KPI’s
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office and computers
A full clean driver licence, or the ability to quickly obtain one
Applicants must be able to pass Police vetting checks and have the right to work in New Zealand.
Please use the apply now button and submit your CV and a Cover Letter telling us why you are suited to this role.
We will be reviewing applications as arrive; therefore the job will close once suitable applicants are found.